[dhoward]

check with the dive shop to see if they're selling last years rentals. When traveling, I always bring my on gear, minus tanks and weights. There are plenty of on-line resources, but you would be better off trying stuff on before you buy it. Maybe the shop will let you try before you buy in the pool. They should. don't Go apesht before you know what you're doing. Dive gear can be a verrrrrry slippery slope.
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